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Alejandro Aurrecoechea-Villela

The expert is an analyst specializing in public affairs and political risk, currently working as a consultant in Mexico City. With a proven track record in anticipating policy developments, they design advocacy strategies for foreign embassies and develop risk scenarios for private sector clients. Their previous experience includes roles as Director of Political Risk Analysis at Integralia Consultores and Associate Director at Control Risks, where they produced influential reports and high-level speeches. The expert holds an MSc in Comparative Politics from the London School of Economics and has contributed to various reputable publications. Known for their insightful analyses of Mexico's political and security landscape, they are a respected voice in the field.

Name
Alejandro Aurrecoechea-Villela
Occupation
An analyst specializing in public affairs and political risk, with a robust track record in anticipating policy developments and delivering actionable recommendations. Currently a Public Affairs and Political Risk Consultant in Mexico City, the expert designs advocacy strategies for foreign embassies and develops risk scenarios for private sector clients. Previous roles include Director of Political Risk Analysis at Integralia Consultores, Associate Director at Control Risks, and Senior Advisor at the Canadian Embassy, where influential reports and high-level speeches were produced. Holding an MSc in Comparative Politics from the London School of Economics, the expert has also contributed to various reputable publications on political and security issues in Mexico.
Expertise

Public Affairs, Political Risk, Territorial Development, Multilateral Organizations, Public Administration, Federal Government.

Experience

Apr. 2021-to date Mexico City Public Affairs and Political Risk Consultant • Designed advocacy strategies for foreign embassies to better position their interests before the Mexican federal government • Developed risk scenarios that forecasted political developments and their implications for private sector clients 

Jun. 2017-Mar. 2020 Integralia Consultores Mexico City Director of Political Risk Analysis • Coordinated an 8-person team that produced reports on electoral, legal and policy issues with recommendations • Collaborated in the design and implementation of advocacy strategies directed at federal and state governments • Interviewed frequently in major media outlets on the Mexican political situation 

Nov. 2015 – Apr. 2017 Control Risks Mexico City Associate Director (Global Risk Analysis) • Coordinated threat assessments for investment projects at the national and regional level • Participated in conferences and interviews on the security and political environment in Mexico 

Jan. 2005 – Nov. 2015 Embassy of Canada Mexico City Senior Advisor, Political Section ▪ Produced reports on the implications of political and security developments for Canada ▪ Implemented outreach strategies that supported the advancement of Canadian interests in Mexico’s Congress ▪ Drafted speeches and editorial articles for the Ambassador 

Oct. 2011 – Nov. 2012 Presidency of Mexico Mexico City Deputy Director-General in the Speechwriting Unit ▪ Drafted editorial articles and keynote speeches on foreign policy and employment issues for President Felipe Calderón 

Oct. 2001 - Sep. 2003 OECD Paris, France Consultant at the Territorial Development Service Dec. 

2000-to Oct. 2001 Ministry of Finance Mexico City Deputy Director for Foreign Investment and Multilateral Organizations.

Languages
English 100% (IELTS and Cambridge Proficiency certification) ▪ French 70% (courses at
the OECD and Canadian Embassy)
Ethnic groups expertise
All ethnic groups in the countries of expertise.
Political groups expertise
All political groups in the countries of expertise.
Religious groups expertise
All religious groups in the countries of expertise